Va Va iYOUTH

Vava iYouth is a project of the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD).

• Our Aim:
As a youth wing of the NCPD, Vava iYouth is aimed at ensuring inclusion and equity for children and young persons with disabilities in South Africa in every facet of their lives and livelihoods. We serve all youth with disabilities irrespective of impairment, race, language, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.

• Our Objectives:
To facilitate full economic and social participation, rights, and enjoyment for youth with disabilities. This will be achieved through the provision of funding, education and training, and opportunities for self-representation for this sector of the population. The goal is to ensure that youth with disabilities have equal access to resources and opportunities as their non-disabled peers, allowing for meaningful and fulfilling participation in society.